Episodes

  • 2-Time NBA Champion Shane Battier on the Secret to Winning: Study the Competition's Weakness
    Mar 18 2026

    Ep. 255: The original "No-Stat All-Star" won Teammate of The Year playing alongside LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. Here he teaches you why being selfless and studying your opponent are the two secrets to success.

    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started:https://books.forbes.com/don/

    Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Johnny Levin and Guillermo Orellana for making this episode possible.

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    47 mins
  • Gallagher Insurance Executive Shannon Gallagher on Mentorship That Works
    Mar 11 2026

    Ep. 254: A black eye in her first Cornell rugby match taught Shannon she could do hard things—and that lesson still shapes her leadership today. A four-time New York City Marathon finisher, she believes leadership isn't about forcing people into the same mold.

    Like rugby, every role matters, every player brings strengths, and every stride counts.

    Don't miss:

    • The two questions she asks every mentee

    • Why joy and laughter belong in leadership

    • Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    📚Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    🎤Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Chase Nagel and Karson Hills for making this episode possible.

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    38 mins
  • Mindset Expert David Yeager on How to Make Comparison Your Superpower
    Feb 25 2026

    Ep. 253: Baseball shaped this researcher who led the largest growth mindset experiment in history. His work spans from sports teams to global corporations like McDonald's and Walmart, where mindset shifts are boosting performance and reducing turnover.

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • Strategies for building teams where curiosity, not fear, drives improvement.

    • A two-part mindset shift that can turn performance anxiety into peak performance.

    • How to turn comparison into a catalyst for personal and team growth.

    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Chase Nagel and Andrew Levin for making this episode possible.

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    44 mins
  • Renegade Global CEO Amy Jo Martin: Go from busy to effective with calendar integrity
    Feb 11 2026

    Ep. 252: What do black diamond ski slopes and working with Shaquille O'Neal have in common? For Amy Jo Martin, both became defining lessons in bravery, brand, and leadership.

    In this episode, you will learn:

    • How to practice "calendar integrity" so your time matches your values.

    • Why deleting, delegating, and divesting are the keys to capacity.

    • A simple strategy for manufacturing bravery in high-stakes moments.

    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    📚Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    🎤Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Chase Nagel and Andrew Levin for making this episode possible.

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    46 mins
  • Super Bowl Special: How Tom Brady and Doug Flutie Influenced Lisa Borges' Approach to Pressure
    Feb 8 2026
    Ep. 251: As longtime Executive Director of the TB12 Foundation, Lisa helped carry forward Tom Brady's mission to redefine health and longevity. Before that, she spent 18 years leading the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism, guiding families through some of life's hardest challenges and helping turn advocacy into action. In this episode, you'll learn:
    • How genuine curiosity builds trust and unlocks performance
    • Why elite leaders redirect quickly instead of dwelling on setbacks
    • How mental fitness becomes the foundation for sustainable leadership
    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights. Do you want to write a book? In my role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/ Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness. Special thanks to Andrew Levin and Guillermo Orellana for making this episode possible.
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    30 mins
  • SailPoint CEO Mark McClain says: Spend 90% of your time at work on your job, and 10% on your career.
    Jan 28 2026
    Ep. 250: As captain of his HS baseball and basketball teams, Mark McClain began building a leadership playbook that would one day guide him as founder and CEO of SailPoint Technologies—recently named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work list.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • How to balance executing in your role with building your career with his 90/10 rule.

    • How to recalibrate goals before you drift too far off course.

    • The three traits Mark looks for in every hire.
    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Karson Hills and Chase Nagel for making this episode possible.

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    52 mins
  • Torchy's Tacos Founder Mike Rypka shares his journey from addiction to influence— an inside look at the rise of the beloved taco brand
    Jan 14 2026

    Ep. 249: Before food trucks were cool, Mike Rypka had a used trailer, a red Vespa for deliveries, and a bold dream of building a taco joint. In this raw and inspiring conversation, he shares how overcoming addiction—and earning respect by leading from the line—shaped the culture behind one of America's most beloved taco brands, now with more than 100 locations.

    Read our book The Devil Is In the Details: Mike Rypka and the Torchy's Tacos Story: https://a.co/d/96JXGWu

    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Anthony Dickinson and Karson Hills for making this episode possible.

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    39 mins
  • World Class Executive Coach Jack Daly asks: You can make more money, but not more time— how are you using yours?
    Dec 31 2025

    Ep. 248: "Sports teams are run better than most businesses," Jack Daly shares. "They practice more than they play—and they never play without a playbook." With 100+ marathons across all 50 states and 7 continents, multiple Ironman finishes, and a business career that scaled companies into the hundreds of millions, Jack brings an unmatched resume—and a powerful message.

    This episode will challenge you to be intentional about every hour of your week.

    Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights.

    Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/

    Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness.

    Special thanks to Chase Nagel and Lilly Mae Stewart for making this episode possible.

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    42 mins